Before you reach for an over-the-counter or prescription remedy, consider flax oil as a natural remedy for healing some medication conditions. Flax oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is derived from the flax plant and is rich in beneficial fatty acids. Consult your doctor before consuming flax oil to help cure an ailment, particularly if you take other medications.
High Cholesterol
Flax oil is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which may help raise levels of good cholesterol, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center in the website article Flaxseed Oil. High levels of good cholesterol, also known as high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, may also help lower levels of bad cholesterol. For adults, take 1 or 2 tbsp. of flax oil a day to help lower cholesterol, or take 1 or 2 flaxseed oil caplets per day. Speak with a doctor before giving flaxseed oil to a child under the age of 18.
Heart Disease
Individuals recovering from a heart attack may benefit from a diet that contains alpha-linolenic acid, which is present in flax oil, according to the Mayo Clinic's web article Flaxseed and Flaxseed Oil. Additionally, individuals that eat a diet rich in alpha-linolenic acid may be less likely to develop heart disease in the first place. Flax oil may help reduce arrhythmia, reduce inflammation and promote blood vessel health.
Sjogren's Syndrome
Consuming one to two grams of flax oil per day may help reduce the symptoms of Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disorder causes dryness in the mouth, eyes and other areas of the body, according to Medline Plus in the web article Sjogren's Syndrome. Adding flax oil to the diet may help lubricate dry areas of the body, like the tear ducts and salivary glands. A doctor will determine if a diet rich in flax oil may help your particular case of Sjogren's syndrome.
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